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biographics.org
He's the man who killed a king. Oliver Cromwell, the English Puritan turned military dictator, is today most famous for signing the death warrant that led to Charles I's bloody execution in 1649. Over a hundred years before the American and French Revolutions shook the globe, this small-time farmer from the British sticks proved with steel that the divine right of kings was not so holy after all. But what set Cromwell on his path to infamy? What possessed a guy who worked in agriculture to drop his tools... |
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blog.philosophicalsociety.org
Ah, the English Civil War. This rambunctious ruckus, also known as the Great Rebellion or the English Revolution, was a turbulent time of political, social, and religious upheaval. Picture warring factions, rousing rhetoric, and people demanding democracy! Strap in, dear reader, as we embark on an adventure through the tumultuous 17th century! A Brewing Storm:... |
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www.olivercromwell.org
[AI summary] The lecture by Dr. Barry Coward explores Oliver Cromwell's multifaceted legacy, highlighting his complex role in shaping modern Britain and Ireland. Coward emphasizes that while Cromwell's actions had profound impacts, the outcomes often diverged from his intentions. Key points include the splintering of Protestant unity, the emergence of Britain as a major international power, the creation of the Church versus Chapel divide, and the lasting influence of Cromwellian reforms on political and religious structures. Coward also discusses the debate over whether the Cromwellian period was a turning point in British history, noting that the restored monarchy in 1660 was not a direct result of Cromwell's influence. The lecture underscores the importanc... |
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maiwandday.blogspot.com
Being a mostly visual diary of the creation of high quality, historically accurate 25mm/28mm scale terrain for a refight of the battle waged by the British and Afghans on July 27th, 1880, in time for its 130th anniversary on Tuesday, July 27th, 2010. |
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